The Phillies Catcher Survived a Massive Collision to Win the Game

Phillies catcher Cameron Rupp took a brutal hit at home plate and managed to hold onto the ball to end the game Saturday night.

Outfielder Tyler Goeddel caught a fly ball and rocketed a throw straight to home, but when the throw took him into the baseline, Rupp didn't hesitate to put himself into path of Eugenio Suarez who was racing toward the plate to tie the game.

The inevitable collision knocked both players to the ground and sent Rupp's mask flying. But when the dust settled, Rupp emerged victorious, ball still in hand to secure a Phillies win.

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"Everything happened at one time," Rupp said of the play. "To be honest, I don't know how I caught it. It went right in my glove. I was thinking, 'Hold on to that ball for dear life, don't let it go,' and whatever happens happens. Sacrifice everything. That's my plate, don't let him get to it."

Speaking of amazing plays at home plate, check out this ninja-like slide into home by a West Point softball player. That's one way to avoid a collision.